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Optoma UHD55 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,010Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:3600Throw ratio:1.21-1.59:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Optoma UHD55 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Optoma UHD55
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

7.2

User score

▲Better than 84% of projectors
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

▲Better than 61%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

42%

8.5

Image Quality

22%

6.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

8.0

Connectivity

6%

5.5

Design & Power

▲Better than 85%
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 86%
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Technical Specifications of projector Optoma UHD55

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components:

42%

8.5

Image Quality

22%

6.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

8.0

Connectivity

6%

5.5

Design & Power

7.6
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Optoma UHD55 has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than 69.2% of projectors.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

6.8
ANSI lumens
3,600
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 3,600 ANSI lumens, brighter than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,200,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1200000:1, higher than 86.8% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.21-1.59:1
Min throw distance
1.2 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.2 m, longer than 61.2% of projectors and equal to 8.1% of projectors.
Max projection size
302 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 302 inch, larger than 91.4% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.3
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
4 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 4 ms, lower than 97.8% of projectors and equal to 2% of projectors.
In 1080P.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi via bundled wireless adapter.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
?
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
10,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 10,000 hours, longer than 66.3% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
320 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 320 W of power, more than 75.3% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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Optoma UHD55 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 63.6% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,600 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,600 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (97% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    97% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 55.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 23 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    4 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • 63.6% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,600 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,600 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (97% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    97% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 55.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 23 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    4 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Via PureMotion.
  • 2 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (3 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    3 vs 1
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
    Optical S/PDIF.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Alexa and Google Assistant supported.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    1 vs 0
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    26 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (26 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    26 dB vs 28 dB
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    10 % vs 60 %
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 0.18 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.2 m vs 1.025 m
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 10.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Optoma UHD55
    the average projector
    Optoma UHD55 has a lower user score than the average projector (7.22 vs 8.000).
    7.22 vs 8
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    10 % vs 60 %
  • 0.18 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.2 m vs 1.025 m
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 85 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (320 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    320 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
DiTech
≈ estimated
04/10/2024
Hands-on review · gaming, picture and price tests
Verdict
Optoma UHD55 has very good picture and gaming performance, but it feels dated and pricier than newer alternatives.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
22/08/2022
Lab test · Gaming and movies
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 handles gaming and movies well, with low input lag and better 4K HDR than its BenQ rival, though Hulu and YouTube are missing.
projectorcentral.com
27/08/2022
Lab test · Gaming projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a capable gaming and movie projector with very low input lag and wide-gamut HDR, though those two features sit on separate HDMI ports.
projectorreviews.com
11/07/2022
Lab test · Home cinema
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a strong home cinema and gaming projector with better blacks than many DLP rivals, though its single mono speaker is weak.
whathifi.com
28/07/2022
Hands-on review · Streaming and HDR
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 has bright, colorful HDR and fast gaming response, but its dynamic light control makes brightness jump, so it feels inconsistent.
expertreviews.co.uk
04/11/2022
Hands-on review · Gaming and cinema
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a 4K projector that handles gaming and movies well, with rich colors in its wide-gamut mode, but that mode dims the picture.
mansworldindia.com
14/10/2022
Hands-on review · Setup and gaming
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 sets up quickly and works for gaming and movies, but it lacks HDMI 2.1, so PS5 and Xbox high refresh modes are unavailable.
uk.pcmag.com
22/08/2022
Lab test · Gaming 4K projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a 4K projector with quick gaming response and strong HDR movies, though only one of its HDMI ports is fast.
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projectorreviews.com
11/07/2022
Summary of the review
OPTOMA UHD55 4K HOME THEATER AND GAMING PROJECTOR REVIEW
hifireport.com
24/08/2025
Hands-on review · 4K gaming projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a lamp-based 4K projector that shows 1080p games at 240Hz with only 4ms lag, and its colors suit movies too.
mondoprojos.fr
19/04/2022
Hands-on review · Gaming and movies
Verdict
The Optoma UHD55 is a lamp projector for both gaming and home cinema, with low input lag and accurate colors, but its running noise is high.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Optoma UHD55

  • Stunning 4K HDR picture quality with vibrant colors and excellent sharpness
  • High brightness of 3,600 lumens, making it watchable even in rooms with ambient light
  • Ultra-low input lag (down to 4.4ms at 1080p), which is exceptional for gaming
  • Flexible setup options including 1.3x optical zoom and vertical lens shift
  • Excellent upscaling of lower-resolution 1080p and 720p content to 4K
  • Backlit remote control makes it easy to use in dark home theater rooms

What customers don't like about Optoma UHD55

  • Underwhelming built-in mono speaker lacks depth and spatiality
  • Limited and 'clunky' internal smart TV interface with few useful apps
  • Key features like low lag and wide color gamut are tied to specific, separate HDMI ports
  • The remote control is reported by some users as being unresponsive or too small
  • Reliability concerns regarding DMD chip failure (white spots) appearing after warranty
  • No HDMI-ARC support, which complicates connecting to modern sound systems

Verdict

The Optoma UHD55 is a versatile 4K UHD DLP projector designed for home cinema and high-performance gaming, featuring 3,600 ANSI lumens of brightness and a 1,200,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Key technical specifications include 97% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, support for HDR10 and HLG, and an Enhanced Gaming Mode that delivers an ultra-low input lag of 4.4ms at 1080p/240Hz or 16.9ms at 4K/60Hz. Main pros include its exceptional brightness for ambient light environments, impressive color accuracy out of the box, and flexible installation tools like 1.3x optical zoom and vertical lens shift. However, notable cons include clunky built-in smart features, a lack of HDMI 2.1 ports, and underwhelming integrated 10W speakers that may require external audio solutions for an immersive experience.

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